Size of turn signal bullet connectors?

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Old 06-12-2017, 02:12 AM
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What size are the smaller turn signal bullet connectors on the KLX250S?

I'm aware I can cut and replace with standard bullet connectors, or splice the old small connector on the new turn signals. I prefer keeping this bike's wiring completely stock (apart from the actual signals).

Just not sure what size these "mini" bullet connectors are to know what to search for and order.
 
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Old 06-12-2017, 02:22 AM
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Not sure about previous years, but the 2009 and newer don't have bullet style connectors. It's a different style plug.
 
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Old 06-12-2017, 02:24 AM
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Working on a 2007 first gen model.
 
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1979 KLX250 was 1st gen.
 
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Old 06-12-2017, 03:28 AM
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The 78-83 KLX250 models were off road only and thus not in the same category. Same goes for the updated KLX250R models released in the early 90s.

The 06-07 KLX250S are the first generation of the KLX250S dual sport series. Everyone knows and accepts this.

God dangit, I really just wanted to get the right sizing for the bullet connectors. Please do not take this thread over.
 
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Old 06-12-2017, 12:57 PM
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Checked few online sources http://www.cycleterminal.com/bullet-terminals.htmls it's either going to be 3.5mm or 3.9mm. Are you wanting male or female connector or both? You can usually find find assorted connectors at auto parts stores. I would buy packs of both sizes return the ones that don't fit.
 
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Old 06-12-2017, 06:24 PM
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I know you can get the OEM connectors from 12 Oclock Labs. Here are the stock KLX connectors.

Kawasaki KLX250S/SF OEM Rear Connectors
 
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Old 06-13-2017, 12:46 AM
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Earthscape @advrider gave me the hookup. Kaw used 2.5mm bullet connectors on our first gen KLX250S models. These are available from Eastern Beaver:


Bullet Connectors

Bullet Connectors

Kawasaki 2.5 mm Bullets 2.5 mm Nickel Plated Bullet Connectors
Fit wires from .75 - 2 sqmm (18 - 14 AWG).


10 Females w/Sheaths - $4.90
Quantity:

10 Males w/Sheaths - $4.20
Quantity:

 

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Old 06-13-2017, 12:51 AM
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Originally Posted by Werloc
I know you can get the OEM connectors from 12 Oclock Labs. Here are the stock KLX connectors.

Kawasaki KLX250S/SF OEM Rear Connectors
Thanks, saw the adv reply before yours. Looks like both are valid choices. I picked up the sets from Eastern Beaver (10 each of male/female bullet connectors).
 
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Old 06-13-2017, 01:44 AM
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Yes, But I thought you wanted to use stock style connectors? Bullet connectors aren't on the KLX. It has the ones in the 12 0'Clock Labs link I posted. Have you looked at yours on the bike yet? Either way, replacing with bullet style isn't a big deal. I guess you'd like to stay with stock connections for resale? Unlikely anyone would notice the connectors either way. I prefer bullet style myself since thats what all the older bikes used.


"EDIT:" Nevermind, I keep forgetting you have a 2007 KLX. I guess they have bullet connectors. Yeah, I'm an idiot sometimes.....LOL Glad you found what your looking for....
 

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